word
enervierend
enervating
The German word "enervierend" is an adjective that means "exasperating" or "nerve-wracking." It is derived from the verb "enerve," which means "to irritate" or "to take away the nerve." "Enervierend" describes something that is frustrating or exhausting, often due to prolonged annoyance.
Similar words in German include "quälend" (agonizing), "nervig" (annoying), and "ermüdend" (tiring).
Differences:
- While "enervierend" primarily conveys a sense of frustration and irritation, "quälend" implies a deeper pain or suffering.
- "Nervig" is more colloquial and may not carry the same intensity as "enervierend".
- "Ermüdend" focuses on exhaustion rather than annoyance.
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Examples
Der Lärm ist enervierend.word
The noise is enervating.
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